Condition
Treatment Support
astringent
Application
tincture, tea
Blackberry
(Rubus villosus)
Botanical Information
A low growing prickly invasive vine with white flowers and black, sweet compound fruit.
Working with Blackberry
Part(s) Used
Root
Herb Forms
Bulk herb.
Blackberry root bark is highly astringent and is used successfully for diarrhea and dysentery and also for atonic conditions of the intestines.
Blackberry root and root bark are also used in syrups and cordials for easing diarrhea.
Blackberry has a taste of ASTRINGENT, BITTER and a temperature of COOL.
Cautions
None noted.
Conditions treated with Blackberry
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
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The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
